Methylglyoxal (MG) also referred to as pyruvaldehyde or 2-oxopropanal is formed as a side product of several metabolic pathways. Importantly, it has shown to be involved in the formation of advanced glycation end products otherwise known as AGEs. AGEs are formed both outside and inside the body. AGEs are substances that can be a factor in the development or worsening of many degenerative diseases including Diabetes and Alzheimer's disease.